Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Melody Brown. She started in the industry making slime on the popular TV show Double Dare. Now, she is the Associate Vice President of Consumer Media Content at Blavity, Inc. A corporation that builds solutions for Black and multicultural audiences and enterprises who want to reach their brands and redefine millennial stereotypes. She is on the show to discuss how she drives that revenue in the ever-changing world that we live in. 

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Melody Brown. She started in the industry making slime on the popular TV show Double Dare. Now, she is the Associate Vice President of Consumer Media Content at Blavity, Inc. A corporation that builds solutions for Black and multicultural audiences and enterprises who want to reach their brands and redefine millennial stereotypes. She is on the show to discuss how she drives that revenue in the ever-changing world that we live in.

Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations
https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/

Money Making Conversations Master Class

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Rushion interviews Melody Brown, from slime producer on Double Dare to Associate Vice President of Consumer Media Content at Blavity, Inc

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning!

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marcus Sonnier.

Founder of Snowie Atlanta:

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To showcase Marcus Sonnier’s journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, highlight the inspiration behind Snowie Atlanta, and share insights on financial literacy, legacy-building, and faith-driven decision-making.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. From Corporate VP to Entrepreneur
Marcus left a successful career as VP of PR supervision at a financial services firm to start Snowie Atlanta.
He worked both jobs for five years before fully transitioning.
His leap was guided by faith and a desire for self-reliance.

“I looked at my wife and said, ‘Hey, I'm getting one more bonus check. And then I'm jumping off the plane.’”

2. The Product: Shaved Ice with a Twist
Snowie Atlanta offers customizable shaved ice with self-serve flavor stations.
Inspired by childhood experiences in Louisiana with snowball stands.

“We give away the shaved ice, but we sell you the smiles.”

3. Family Legacy & Financial Literacy
Marcus started the business to teach his sons about money—earning, saving, investing, and giving.
His sons were involved from the beginning, learning entrepreneurship firsthand.

“I said, guys, look, we're going to be entrepreneurs in this business. We're going to do it together.”

4. Faith as a Driving Force
Marcus credits divine guidance for his journey and connections.
He views his business as a calling and a platform for community impact.

“I could feel God in my spirit saying, ‘Oh, you trust me, you really do.’”

5. Community Impact & Expansion
The goal is to become a staple attraction and enhance the fan experience.

“I want all kids to want to go to a Braves game… to get a Snowie and have an experience.”

6. Giving Back
Snowie Atlanta participates in fundraising for schools, churches, and nonprofits.
Marcus finds joy in writing checks back to organizations that serve the community.

💬 Notable Quotes
“You may not get everything you work for, but you will work for everything you get.”
“We serve memories.”
“I’m just trying to be obedient and do what I think God wants me to do in this business.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marcus Sonnier.
Founder of Snowie Atlanta:
<hr>
🎯&nbsp;Purpose of the Interview
To showcase Marcus Sonnier&rsquo;s journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, highlight the inspiration behind Snowie Atlanta, and share insights on financial literacy, legacy-building, and faith-driven decision-making.
<hr>
🔑 Key Takeaways 1. From Corporate VP to Entrepreneur
<ul>
<li>Marcus left a successful career as VP of PR supervision at a financial services firm to start Snowie Atlanta.</li>
<li>He worked both jobs for five years before fully transitioning.</li>
<li>His leap was guided by faith and a desire for self-reliance.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I looked at my wife and said, &lsquo;Hey, I'm getting one more bonus check. And then I'm jumping off the plane.&rsquo;&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
2. The Product: Shaved Ice with a Twist
<ul>
<li>Snowie Atlanta offers customizable shaved ice with self-serve flavor stations.</li>
<li>Inspired by childhood experiences in Louisiana with snowball stands.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;We give away the shaved ice, but we sell you the smiles.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
3. Family Legacy &amp; Financial Literacy
<ul>
<li>Marcus started the business to teach his sons about money&mdash;earning, saving, investing, and giving.</li>
<li>His sons were involved from the beginning, learning entrepreneurship firsthand.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I said, guys, look, we're going to be entrepreneurs in this business. We're going to do it together.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
4. Faith as a Driving Force
<ul>
<li>Marcus credits divine guidance for his journey and connections.</li>
<li>He views his business as a calling and a platform for community impact.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I could feel God in my spirit saying, &lsquo;Oh, you trust me, you really do.&rsquo;&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
5. Community Impact &amp; Expansion
<ul>
<li>The goal is to become a staple attraction and enhance the fan experience.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I want all kids to want to go to a Braves game&hellip; to get a Snowie and have an experience.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
6. Giving Back
<ul>
<li>Snowie Atlanta participates in fundraising for schools, churches, and nonprofits.</li>
<li>Marcus finds joy in writing checks back to organizations that serve the community.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;You may not get everything you work for, but you will work for everything you get.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;We serve memories.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m just trying to be obedient and do what I think God wants me to do in this business.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Family Business: He started the successful business to teach his sons about money—earning, saving, investing, and giving.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning!

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tim Mercer.

Author of Bootstrap Millionaire and CFO of Cadence Ventures, Inc.:

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To inspire and educate aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals by sharing Tim Mercer’s journey from humble beginnings to financial success, emphasizing the importance of hard work, faith, planning, and leveraging government contracts and nontraditional financing.

🗝️ Key Takeaways


Background & Journey
Tim Mercer grew up in Mullins, South Carolina, in modest circumstances.
His path to success began with military service, which broadened his worldview and led him to entrepreneurship.


Bootstrap Millionaire Philosophy
The term “bootstrap” symbolizes hard work, sacrifice, and perseverance.
Mercer emphasizes that success doesn’t come overnight—it requires grinding, planning, and faith.


Importance of a Business Plan
A solid business plan is essential for securing funding and guiding business growth.
Mercer shares real-life examples of people failing to secure support due to lack of planning.


Cadence Ventures, Inc.
A boutique private equity firm offering nontraditional financing for real estate investors.
Focuses on investment properties and uses the property itself as collateral.


Government Contracting
Mercer began in government contracting in 2012 and credits it with helping him scale his business.
He stresses that while it’s complex and paperwork-heavy, it’s a valuable opportunity for minority-owned businesses.
Free resources like SAM.gov and Georgia Tech’s GT PAC can help entrepreneurs navigate the process.


Success Requires Sacrifice
Mercer highlights that every successful person has a story of struggle and sacrifice.
His book’s first chapter, “See the Glory, Don’t Know the Story,” encapsulates this message.

💬 Notable Quotes
“If you want to have the things tomorrow that other people won’t have, then you got to be willing to do the things today that other people won’t do.” — Tim Mercer quoting Les Brown
“There’s no success without sacrifice.” — Tim Mercer
“You can only make as much as the customer that you have.” — Tim Mercer on scaling through government contracts
“See the glory, don’t know the story.” — Chapter title from Bootstrap Millionaire

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tim Mercer.
Author of Bootstrap Millionaire and CFO of Cadence Ventures, Inc.:
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
To inspire and educate aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals by sharing Tim Mercer&rsquo;s journey from humble beginnings to financial success, emphasizing the importance of hard work, faith, planning, and leveraging government contracts and nontraditional financing.
<hr>
🗝️ Key Takeaways
<ol>
<li>
Background &amp; Journey
<ul>
<li>Tim Mercer grew up in Mullins, South Carolina, in modest circumstances.</li>
<li>His path to success began with military service, which broadened his worldview and led him to entrepreneurship.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Bootstrap Millionaire Philosophy
<ul>
<li>The term &ldquo;bootstrap&rdquo; symbolizes hard work, sacrifice, and perseverance.</li>
<li>Mercer emphasizes that success doesn&rsquo;t come overnight&mdash;it requires grinding, planning, and faith.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Importance of a Business Plan
<ul>
<li>A solid business plan is essential for securing funding and guiding business growth.</li>
<li>Mercer shares real-life examples of people failing to secure support due to lack of planning.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Cadence Ventures, Inc.
<ul>
<li>A boutique private equity firm offering nontraditional financing for real estate investors.</li>
<li>Focuses on investment properties and uses the property itself as collateral.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Government Contracting
<ul>
<li>Mercer began in government contracting in 2012 and credits it with helping him scale his business.</li>
<li>He stresses that while it&rsquo;s complex and paperwork-heavy, it&rsquo;s a valuable opportunity for minority-owned businesses.</li>
<li>Free resources like SAM.gov and Georgia Tech&rsquo;s GT PAC can help entrepreneurs navigate the process.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Success Requires Sacrifice
<ul>
<li>Mercer highlights that every successful person has a story of struggle and sacrifice.</li>
<li>His book&rsquo;s first chapter, &ldquo;See the Glory, Don&rsquo;t Know the Story,&rdquo; encapsulates this message.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<hr>
💬 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;If you want to have the things tomorrow that other people won&rsquo;t have, then you got to be willing to do the things today that other people won&rsquo;t do.&rdquo; &mdash; Tim Mercer quoting Les Brown</li>
<li>&ldquo;There&rsquo;s no success without sacrifice.&rdquo; &mdash; Tim Mercer</li>
<li>&ldquo;You can only make as much as the customer that you have.&rdquo; &mdash; Tim Mercer on scaling through government contracts</li>
<li>&ldquo;See the glory, don&rsquo;t know the story.&rdquo; &mdash; Chapter title from Bootstrap Millionaire</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Financial Tips:  He emphasizes the importance of hard work, faith, planning, and leveraging government contracts .

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning!

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brendan Kaminsky.

Founder of B Known Agency, a boutique branding and digital marketing firm specializing in sports and entertainment. Kaminsky shares his journey from consulting, to working at ESPN, to eventually launching his own agency. He discusses helping major personalities like Stephen A. Smith, Jalen Rose, Harrison Barnes, and Rich Eisen develop strong social media identities and storytelling strategies. 

Brendan explains why he left ESPN after six and a half years—despite the security, prestige, and Disney benefits—to pursue entrepreneurship. He describes how brand building has shifted from traditional media to a landscape where relatability, vertical video, audience engagement, and consistent content matter more than follower counts. 

He also talks about the pressure of managing public-facing work in real time, the importance of being accessible to high‑profile clients, the rising role of AI in content creation, and how social platforms have become core to modern marketing strategies.

Additionally, Brendan shares specific examples of working with Jalen Rose on mixing sports commentary with community-focused storytelling and describes how Rich Eisen’s annual “Run Rich Run” 40‑yard dash evolved into a signature charitable brand moment. 

The interview closes with insights on relationship-building, authenticity, and visibility—reinforcing that in the digital era, it’s not just “who you know,” but who knows you. 

PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW1. To highlight Brendan Kaminsky’s entrepreneurial journey

McDonald explores how Kaminsky transitioned from a major corporation (ESPN) to founding a successful agency. 

2. To educate listeners on the evolving world of branding and digital media

Kaminsky explains how branding now depends on relatability, vertical video, and engagement over follower count. 

3. To provide actionable guidance for entrepreneurs and creators

The interview teaches how consistency, accessibility, and storytelling help build a recognizable digital brand. 

4. To show how athletes and media personalities use content to expand influence

Brendan walks through real client strategies—from Jalen Rose’s community work to Rich Eisen’s fundraising dash. 

5. To explore the role of AI in modern marketing

Kaminsky discusses how AI assists with analytics, research, and identifying viral content moments. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS1. Relatability drives modern branding

People connect with authenticity, not polished promotion. Talk to your audience, not at them. 

2. Engagement matters more than follower count

Algorithms reward content that resonates, regardless of how many people follow you. A creator with 10,000 followers can hit a million views. 

3. Social media requires presence and accessibility

High-profile clients expect responsiveness; being available is key to agency success. 

4. Vertical video is the new standard

Optimizing content for mobile consumption is essential—TV graphics no longer dictate how content is built.

5. AI is an asset, not a threat

Kaminsky uses AI for virality scoring, caption suggestions, research, and identifying strong clips from long-form content. 

6. Data tells the story

Success can be clearly measured through views, engagement, and growth—unlike billboards or traditional media. 

7. Use “hot topics” to highlight deeper work

For clients like Jalen Rose, trending sports conversations help drive attention to community-focused initiatives like his leadership academy. 

8. Brand moments can start from something small

Rich Eisen’s 40-yard dash evolved into a signature charity event and content anchor.

9. Entrepreneurship requires trusting your gut

He left ESPN without telling anyone beforehand to avoid discouragement—because he felt the pull to build his own vision. 

10. Visibility creates opportunity

In the digital era, it’s not just who you know—it’s who knows you. 

NOTABLE QUOTESOn entrepreneurship
“I trusted my gut… I didn’t tell one person I was leaving ESPN because I didn’t want anyone to make me doubt myself.” 

On branding
“People want to relate to you. They want to get to know you.” 
“Talk directly to your audience.” 

On social metrics
“It’s become a lot more about engagement and views than total follower number.” 

On accessibility
“You could be the best at your job, but if a client can’t reach you, it doesn’t matter.” 

On visibility
“It’s not about who you know—it’s about who knows you.” 

On AI
“AI is absolutely an asset… it helps us with research, analytics, even virality scoring.” 

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-money-making-conversation-28341098/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">iHeartRadio</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-making-conversations-master-class/id1264705641" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">Apple Podcasts</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ABAQdTXqAnhGwxrsjFa5y" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">Spotify</a>, <a href="http://www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/">www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.&nbsp; I want to alert you, so you don&rsquo;t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.&nbsp; Keep winning!
Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brendan Kaminsky.
Founder of B Known Agency, a boutique branding and digital marketing firm specializing in sports and entertainment. Kaminsky shares his journey from consulting, to working at ESPN, to eventually launching his own agency. He discusses helping major personalities like Stephen A. Smith, Jalen Rose, Harrison Barnes, and Rich Eisen develop strong social media identities and storytelling strategies.&nbsp;
Brendan explains why he left ESPN after six and a half years&mdash;despite the security, prestige, and Disney benefits&mdash;to pursue entrepreneurship. He describes how brand building has shifted from traditional media to a landscape where relatability, vertical video, audience engagement, and consistent content matter more than follower counts.&nbsp;
He also talks about the pressure of managing public-facing work in real time, the importance of being accessible to high‑profile clients, the rising role of AI in content creation, and how social platforms have become core to modern marketing strategies.
Additionally, Brendan shares specific examples of working with Jalen Rose on mixing sports commentary with community-focused storytelling and describes how Rich Eisen&rsquo;s annual &ldquo;Run Rich Run&rdquo; 40‑yard dash evolved into a signature charitable brand moment.&nbsp;
The interview closes with insights on relationship-building, authenticity, and visibility&mdash;reinforcing that in the digital era, it&rsquo;s not just &ldquo;who you know,&rdquo; but who knows you.&nbsp;
<hr>
PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW 1. To highlight Brendan Kaminsky&rsquo;s entrepreneurial journey
McDonald explores how Kaminsky transitioned from a major corporation (ESPN) to founding a successful agency.&nbsp;
2. To educate listeners on the evolving world of branding and digital media
Kaminsky explains how branding now depends on relatability, vertical video, and engagement over follower count.&nbsp;
3. To provide actionable guidance for entrepreneurs and creators
The interview teaches how consistency, accessibility, and storytelling help build a recognizable digital brand.&nbsp;
4. To show how athletes and media personalities use content to expand influence
Brendan walks through real client strategies&mdash;from Jalen Rose&rsquo;s community work to Rich Eisen&rsquo;s fundraising dash.&nbsp;
5. To explore the role of AI in modern marketing
Kaminsky discusses how AI assists with analytics, research, and identifying viral content moments.&nbsp;
<hr>
KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Relatability drives modern branding
People connect with authenticity, not polished promotion. Talk to your audience, not at them.&nbsp;
2. Engagement matters more than follower count
Algorithms reward content that resonates, regardless of how many people follow you. A creator with 10,000 followers can hit a million views.&nbsp;
3. Social media requires presence and accessibility
High-profile clients expect responsiveness; being available is key to agency success.&nbsp;
4. Vertical video is the new standard
Optimizing content for mobile consumption is essential&mdash;TV graphics no longer dictate how content is built.
5. AI is an asset, not a threat
Kaminsky uses AI for virality scoring, caption suggestions, research, and identifying strong clips from long-form content.&nbsp;
6. Data tells the story
Success can be clearly measured through views, engagement, and growth&mdash;unlike billboards or traditional media.&nbsp;
7. Use &ldquo;hot topics&rdquo; to highlight deeper work
For clients like Jalen Rose, trending sports conversations help drive attention to community-focused initiatives like his leadership academy.&nbsp;
8. Brand moments can start from something small
Rich Eisen&rsquo;s 40-yard dash evolved into a signature charity event and content anchor.
9. Entrepreneurship requires trusting your gut
He left ESPN without telling anyone beforehand to avoid discouragement&mdash;because he felt the pull to build his own vision.&nbsp;
10. Visibility creates opportunity
In the digital era, it&rsquo;s not just who you know&mdash;it&rsquo;s who knows you.&nbsp;
<hr>
NOTABLE QUOTES On entrepreneurship
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;I trusted my gut&hellip; I didn&rsquo;t tell one person I was leaving ESPN because I didn&rsquo;t want anyone to make me doubt myself.&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
On branding
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;People want to relate to you. They want to get to know you.&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Talk directly to your audience.&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
On social metrics
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;It&rsquo;s become a lot more about engagement and views than total follower number.&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
On accessibility
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;You could be the best at your job, but if a client can&rsquo;t reach you, it doesn&rsquo;t matter.&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
On visibility
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;It&rsquo;s not about who you know&mdash;it&rsquo;s about who knows you.&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
On AI
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;AI is absolutely an asset&hellip; it helps us with research, analytics, even virality scoring.&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Brand Building: He gives insights on relationship-building, authenticity, and visibility—reinforcing that in the digital era, it’s not just “who you know,” but who knows you.

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/522b2d1c-dbc0-416a-bd5c-b4000132f6d1/transcript

Rushion interviews Melody Brown, from slime producer on Double Dare to Associate Vice President of Consumer Media Content at Blavity, Inc

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